Compliance needs to be embedded across the entire WFM pipeline and not just at the payroll stage. From planning to payout, every step carries its own risks, and if the right rules aren't enforced along the way, things can quickly go off track.
In this clip, Mat Diab, founder of WorkAxle, walks us through how compliance should live inside every layer of workforce management as a built-in part of how the system operates and not just as a safeguard, which is often
“From the moment employees are scheduled to the moment they’re paid, every part of the process has to support compliance.”
It starts at the forecasting level, where things like break coverage and staffing ratios need to be accounted for. Then, in scheduling, the platform checks against limits on overtime, consecutive workdays, and total hours, all before a shift is even assigned.
During time capture, features like facial recognition and beacons ensure the right person is clocking in at the right place, helping prevent time theft. And once the shift is worked, the system compares scheduled hours with actual time to apply the correct rules around pay, premiums, holidays, and more.
All of it adds up to a fully compliant workflow that removes the need for manual checks, reduces risk, and helps organizations stay ahead of regulatory complexity.